The classification of words according to their tonicity is one of the fundamental themes of Portuguese grammar. Words can be oxytone, paroxytone or proparoxytone, depending on which syllable receives the greatest force in pronunciation. Oxytone words are those whose last syllable is the tonic, that is, the one that has the greatest intensity when spoken. Examples include "café", "tambor" and "jacaré". Many oxytone words ending in a, e, o, followed or not by "s", receive a graphic accent, as in "parabéns" and "paixão". Paroxytone words, on the other hand, have the penultimate syllable as tonic, being the most common category in Portuguese. Examples are "lápis", "fácil", "tênis" and "caminho". Some of them receive an accent to indicate tonicity, such as those ending in l, n, r, x, i, is, um, uns, among others.
Finally, proparoxytone words are those whose penultimate syllable is stressed, such as "médico", "lógico", "público" and "símbolo". An important rule is that all proparoxytone words are accented.
Understanding this classification helps with the correct accentuation of words and proper pronunciation, in addition to facilitating the learning of Portuguese spelling. Did you know??
December 15thZamenhof day, in honor of Ludwig Zamenhof, the creator of Esperanto born in 1859. Ludwig Zamenhof was a Polish doctor and linguist, born in a multicultural region of Poland, where various ethnicities and languages coexisted, but also often conflicted. Noting linguistic and cultural barriers, Zamenhof envisioned a neutral, easy-to-learn language that could serve as a universal ..know more
Do you know the blends? Words that join together form one? This is the case of “brunch”, a mixture of “breakfast” (breakfast) and “lunch” (lunch). ..know more
The Fall of the Roman Empire in 476 AD is one of the most significant milestones in history, representing the end of Antiquity and the beginning of the Middle Ages. The Empire, which once controlled vast areas of Europe, North Africa and Western Asia, declined due to a combination of factors that weakened its structure.
Internally, the empire faced political instability, with frequent changes ..know more
The Portuguese colonization of Brazil from 1530 onwards brought a diversity of foods and spices, a result of relations between Portugal and India. With the court moving to São Vicente (today São Paulo), foods such as rice, coriander, mint, oranges and spices were introduced. Livestock activity began with the introduction of various animals. Rice cultivation resulted in dishes based on this ingredient, ..know more
Baixa-Chiado is a historic and vibrant neighborhood located in the center of Lisbon, Portugal. It is a commercial and cultural area, with stunning architecture and many shops, restaurants, cafes, theatres, cinemas and art galleries. It is one of the most popular and busiest areas in Lisbon, with many tourists visiting the city to explore the area. Baixa-Chiado is a perfect blend of tradition and modernity, ..know more
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup will adopt the same format as the old World Cup for national teams: 32 teams divided into 8 groups of 4, with the top two advancing to the round of 16. Unlike the previous version, there will be no third-place play-off. Teams will receive medals and certificates, and the tournament will follow IFAB rules.
The trophy, designed by Tiffany & Co., will be plated in 24-karat ..know more
CONMEBOL (the South American Football Confederation) will have six representatives at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, which will take place in the United States between June 15 and July 13. The places were distributed between the champions of the Copa Libertadores da América and clubs classified through the continental ranking.
Confirmed Clubs:
Palmeiras (Brazil) – Champion of the 2021 Copa ..know more
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has secured four places for the 2025 edition of the FIFA Club World Cup, which will be held in the United States. African teams are set to represent the continent with great force, with their qualified teams being some of the biggest names in African football.
Al Ahly (Egypt) – Considered the biggest club in Africa, Al Ahly secured their place by winning ..know more
CONCACAF (Confederation of North, Central American and Caribbean Association Football) will have four representatives at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, which will be held in the United States. The competition, with an expanded format to include 32 clubs, will take place between June 15 and July 13, 2025.
Confirmed Teams:
Club León (Mexico) – 2023 CONCACAF Champions League Champion.
Pachuca ..know more
UEFA will have 12 representatives at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, which will take place in the United States between June 15 and July 13. The places were distributed between the UEFA Champions League champions and the teams with the best performance in the UEFA rankings between 2021 and 2024.
Qualified clubs:
Chelsea (England) – Champions League champions 2020/21.
Real Madrid (Spain) ..know more
To choose the perfect beer, try different styles and brands, take food pairings into account and consider flavors, acidity and alcohol content. For example, for pasta, choose Dark Lager, Strong Ale or Pilsner, while for barbecue, opt for Pilsner, Stout or Brown Ale. Seafood pairs well with English Pale Ale, Amber Ale, Hefeweizen and Witbier, and for desserts, choose Stout, Porter or Fruit Lambic. Cheeses can be paired with a variety of beers, but dark beers like porter and stout generally work well. If it is vegetarian food, Pilsner is a good choice due to the variety of vegetarian ingredients. On the Syndicato blog ..know more
The big news for the 2025 edition of the Club World Cup will be the presence of Inter Miami CF, a club from the United States, which has secured a spot as the host country's representative. The North American team, which gained notoriety with the arrival of star Lionel Messi in 2023, secured its qualification by winning the 2024 MLS Supporters' Shield, an award given to the team with the best record ..know more
The AFC (Asian Football Confederation) will have four representatives at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, which will take place in the United States, with an expanded format of 32 teams. The competition will run from 15 June to 13 July 2025, with Asian teams having already secured their place through exceptional performances in continental competitions.
Confirmed Teams:
Al Hilal (Saudi Arabia) ..know more
In February 2023, FIFA confirmed how the 32 places for the 2025 Club World Cup will be allocated, based on technical criteria and sporting performance. UEFA took the largest share, with 12 places, followed by CONMEBOL, with 6. The confederations of Asia (AFC), Africa (CAF) and North/Central America (CONCACAF) will each receive 4 places, while Oceania (OFC) and the host country, the USA, will each receive ..know more
The 2025 edition of the Club World Cup will be a historic one for Oceania, with Auckland City FC from New Zealand confirming their participation, having secured the only spot reserved for the continent. The New Zealand club secured their qualification by winning the OFC Champions League, a tournament that brings together the best teams in the region. The victory is a milestone for Oceanian football, ..know more